Sonoma State University Campus Recreation
2016 Counselor in Training (CIT) Application
Camp Philosophy:
Super Kids Camp provides children (ages 5-11 years old) with a safe, supportive, and fun
environment that encourages child development through various activities including sports,
drama, art, field trips, and other planned special events.
Objective:
The Counselor in Training (CIT) program is designed to give adolescents a chance to gain
leadership and responsibility opportunities. They will be shadowing and working in conjunction
with counselors to learn how to effectively work with younger children in a professional manner
while attending Super Kids Camp.
Qualifications:
Between the ages of twelve and fourteen
Attend at least 6 out of the 10 weeks of camp
Attend at least 3 out of the 5 days of each week
Some experience working with children
Creative and energetic
Mature and responsible
Duties and Responsibilities:
Work directly with the counselors in leading and supervising activities
Help design and implement lesson plans for camp opening or closing activities
Assist a particular counselor in the execution of their activity once a week
Aid and take initiative during; pool rules, lost and found, snack, water breaks, etc. 
Lend a helping a hand to counselors in the daily aspects of Super Kids Camp 
Participate in all camp events and activities
Attend all mandatory meetings and trainings
Set a positive example for campers
Camp Information:
 Camp begins June 6th and ends August 12th.
 Daily camp hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 4:30 pm. We also have an
extended care option from 7:00am to 6:00 pm.
 The price will be $75 for regular camp hours and that includes extended care.
 Applications will be due by Friday April 1st by 10:00pm either to the front desk in
the recreation center or by email to superkidscamp@sonoma.edu
 We will be responding to all applicants by April 8th.
 Interviews will be set up the week of April 11th
 Due to the large number of applicants, not all applicants will be accepted.
 If accepted, there will be a CIT training day Saturday, May 21st depending on selected
CIT’s schedules.
Name: _____________________________
Age: _________
T-shirt size: S M L XL
Grade: _________
Please answer the following questions in the space provided and complete the general campus
recreation application found on the next page. Resumes are suggested but not required.
What makes you a unique candidate to be a CIT at Super Kids Camp? Do you have any
special talents or hobbies to bring to the camp?
What are you looking to gain from this position and experience?
If you were to lead a one-hour session in Art, Science, or Sport, which activity would you
choose? Why would you choose that subject area and how would you share your skills with
the campers?
Tell us about your experience working with children. Have you ever had responsibilities
with them?
What do you think your strongest asset in the camp will be?